Decorating event halls is the art of transforming a reception venue into something that was only imagined, by individuals. It is the end result of painstaking effort to creatively beautifying a place, from wedding receptions and conferences seminars to funeral services, etc.

Event Halls Decor is a bit related  to event planning, because it also involves coordinating aspect of an event in order to achieve a premeditated atmosphere. Decor is more concerned with concerned with the beauty of tables,the chairs being well set or  sometimes covered, the focus (stage), flowers and arrangements types, color coordination to anything to lift aesthetic of an event.

An Event decor is an individual that has an obsession for creating a wow event at any kind of event. The first thing that catches attention at an event, before the food, drinks e.t.c , is the ambiance which is created by the Decor. A lot of individuals and corporate bodies spend substantial amount on their events decor, because to large extent it portrays their style and taste.

The truth is that as an event decor you need acquire to training and experience before engaging in this line of business. Having a qualified certificate in hotel management or engaging yourself in related courses at a certified institution will give you a practical knowledge of how to run the business.

How To Plan Event Halls Decoration To Stand Out

In this article, I will be discussing the basic steps to take as an event halls decor on how to decorate a hall for any occasion to stand out. Here are some basic steps to take when planning for an event decoration.

The Venue

Knowing the venue for occasion should be the first thing you should consider, because some venues are flexible and can accommodate any design at any time . You have to know the number of chairs and tables that would be in the hall, number of guests to be entertained, size of the hall color of the day will ascertain the time you will need to turn your venue into something spectacular.

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Decorating a hall for an event can be overwhelming and detailed. It involve the use of drapes, chair and table covers, lights, linen, centerpieces, flowers e.t.c. These must properly coordinated to create the desired effect. You must be careful not to over do it.

Draping

This is the first step in changing the look of the venue. You choose what type of fabric to use and the design you tend to create. There are different types of materials to use such as; organza, voile and satin.

Seating Plan

Another thing to do is to agree on the center of the venue where the top table should be. It could be on either  the length or breadth side of the venue (The venue could be a hall or a marquee). From the table top, you can determine the table top or the walk way/aisle. Chairs or tables should be arranged in a balance or either side of  the aisle. The walkway would have a red carpet running through for the couple to walk on if its a wedding.

Table Setting

Always discuss the number of chairs that should go round a table.  Chair are of various types and sizes depending on what the hall is offering. In a venue with round banquet, 10 harmless chairs or 8 cozy chairs can go round it. Depending on the length of the table. You also need to talk about the ambiance preference, which is the type of color and linen, chair covers, centerpiece etc.

Event Halls Decorating Ideas For Weddings

It is also important to liaise with the caterer to achieve perfect coordination. To avoid some other color different from the one you want to use. Caterers are usually the ones to add that finishing effect with their cutlery,wine glasses placement etc.

The Top Table (High table)

This has three major setting. The most conventional is having a  long table that the couple will sit, flanked by the parents, the chairman and other guests as deemed by the family. The table should be draped with fabric of choice and have a floral arrangement in the middle, just in front of the couple. The floral arrangement could also go to the length of the table, depending on the budget.

Another is having a table at the center for the couples with the groom’s man and maid of honor. Flanking this table are table for the  parents, chairman and special guests.

Top And Cake Tables

They are the focus tables. In a conference or a corporate function, the top table seat, the facilitators, guest speakers, special guests and the likes. For social events you have the celebrant and their special guest on the table.

Lights On The Event Halls

Lights give a lift to the ambiance. They make the venue come alive, the same you feel when there is electricity sized is returned. They are being placed on each table where the guests will be seated and where the cake will be. There different types of lights examples are; fairy lights, rice lights, joy lights e.t.c.

Chair Covers

Chair covers were formally seen as extravagance, but because of  the pace and change in perception, taste and exposure to the western culture.It is becoming a standard at a event. In fact, a wedding without covered chairs may be classified as a bland setting by social standards.

There are two types of chair covers

The fitted: It is sewn to fit a chair perfectly. It looks very graceful, and does not drag on the ground. It is however not flexible as it might not fit various types of chairs and can be expensive to make and maintain.

The Sack: It is sewn as the name implies it is usually in satin. It is flexible and can be worn on any type of chair, but drag at the base of the seat and can get clumsy at times.

Centerpieces

This complete the wow effect to an event decor. Different are created to suit the appropriate events. E.g a wedding cannot go wrong with plenty of flowers; as for corporate events, less busy centerpieces such as petals in vases are appropriate. Also candle lights are use for dinners.

Floral Arrangement

Floral arrangement can be made with either silk or flowers(artificial) or life flowers. When flowers are arranged they give a magical and fairly land look to events. Flowers are selected according to the design you want to achieve, and also the event colors because have exclusive purposes and messages. Among the popular types of flowers are; orchid, carnation (standard and spray), gladiolas e.t.c.